“I think he should get it, because his life’s in danger.”

Marina, doctor, 46



“Yes, he should—the German government should support him as his life’s at stake.”

Nukri, teacher, 57



“I don’t think Germany should give him political refugee status. In my opinion, he ought to be sent back to Georgia. Georgians should judge whether he’s guilty or not.”

Valeri, student, 21



“I reckon he should, especially as long as he faces the threat of imprisonment in Georgia, but I hope that situation will soon change [when the government changes].”

Natia, nurse, 30



“I don’t know—I’m apolitical.”

Keti, student, 20



“He should be extradited to Georgia, because as a Georgian citizen, his case should be dealt with by the Georgian courts.”

Nugzari, engineer, 68



“It’s hard to judge. Germany will have to make that decision.”

Giga, student, 19



“I think he definitely should, because the government’s made false allegations against him.”

Meri, linguist, 31



“It’s his only chance to stay safe. I think he should get it, but it’s for Germany to decide.”

Ana, manager, 28